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Free Dining at Disney World Fall 2012
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Hi Dad! Do you expect free dining to come back for the fall?
No Free Dining during ... Photo by Scott R Smith Dad's Free Dining is Dead Yep,...
How to request adjoining rooms at Disney World
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How do you request adjoining room at Walt Disney World. We have 4 rooms.
Get Adjoining Rooms Here Photo by Jeff_B. Dad’s you can’t always get ...
Secrets of getting special attention at Walt Disney World
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Dad,
I am also a Dad that loves Disney. We're taking my 2, 5, and 7 year old to Walt Disney World in February. Was hoping to find out some neat little ...
Geocaching at Walt Disney World
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Hey Dad, planning a trip to Walt Disney World in June for the first time ever! My family and I have been saving and planning for this day since last summer....
New Years Eve 2012 at Disney World
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Hi Dad! I found your site a few days ago and I must say it is now at the top of my favorites list. I am planning my 4th new years eve trip to Disney World ...
Disney hotel, condo, or house for a family get together
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Hi Dad! I apologize if you answered this already, as I know you believe it's better to stay "inside" Disney. However, I am planning a FAMILY vacation ...
The Magic Kingdom with a high intensity child
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Hi Dad! Your website is simply the best Disney site out there! In just a few short weeks, our family of four will be headed to Disney. We are trying to ...
Seeking your advice about gratuity at Disney World Restaurants
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We have the signature dining plan when we go to Walt Disney World. My question is odd for me to ask. How much should I plan to tip the servers at the restaurants ...
Day trip to the Magic Kingdom
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Hey Dad... love your site! Looking to take a day trip to Magic Kingdom... which day would you go??
Dec 2 (Christmas parade taping?????)
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New Years events at Walt Disney World for 2011
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My family and I are going to Disney World to and we are looking for New Years Eve events at Walt Disney World in 2011 to celebrate my daughters 14th birthday....
Dine in Downtown Disney.
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Hi Dad!
Great blog...thanks for all the great tips.
We just booked for 2 days in November and are staying at the "Disney" Holiday Inn. How expensive ...
Where does the Walt Disney World Monorail Stop?
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2nd trip in 3 1/2 weeks. Just wondering if you could tell me do both of the Disney World Monorails stop at the Transportation and Ticket Center? Also ...
Osborne Family Lights TIme
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Hey Dad
The only reference to the Osborne Spectacle of Dancing Lights at Disney Hollywood Studios turn on time is twilight. Is there an actually time ...
Disney Dining Plan or 2 rooms at a Value Resort
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Me again!
I like your idea of adjoining rooms in a value resort instead of 1 room in a moderate. But is that still your vote during free dining since ...
Low December Crowds at Disney World
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Hello,
I'm comparing your calendar to the Touring Plans page. I'm looking for low December Crowds at Disney World. Your calendar lists the week of Dec....
Swan and Dolphin Food and Wine Classic
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Hey Dad! How are you? I just discovered something awesome. Swan and Dolphin Food & Wine Classic. Wow! It looks awesome!!! Do I have to be a guest at Swan ...
Questions about the Disney Dining Plan and FastPass
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Hi Dad,
We are heading to Disney World for the first time October 31st and received the free quick service dining plan. I have a couple of questions ...
What is there for boys to do at Walt Disney World?
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I'm really close to booking our first family vacation to Disney December 10-16th. My 5 year old daughter is excited for everything princess but my 7 year ...
Disney Dining Plan Payment
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My husband and I are having a little bet and I was wondering if you could help me find out the answer. When we use our Dining Plan after a table service ...
Renting Disney Vacation Club points from David's Vacation Club Rentals
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Have you heard of any problems renting Disney Vacation Club points from David's Vacation Club Rentals? I see they advertise on your site. I am scared ...
Mickey's Halloween and/or Christmas Party
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Hi Dad! I love your take on things. What fun you are to read! Everybody needs a Dad like Dad!
We love Disney and go about once/year. We are planning ...
Mardi Gras or Jersey Week at Disney World
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Hi Dad!
We have been to Walt Disney World during Mardi Gras when many southern states are out of school. The crowds were fine. We are planning on ...
Get from Disney World to Sea World or Universal Studios
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We will be going to Disney World in Feb. 2012. We will be flying and will not be renting a car. Is it possible to take a bus from Disney World to Sea ...
FantasyLand Expansion
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So our next Disney Vacation can't wait until 2013. I have moved it up to September of 2012. I know that it is suppose to open up in phases. Do you think ...
Must see things at Disney World in November
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We have booked our Disney World Vacation we will be there for the second week of November. There are 4 adults no kids what are the top 5 things we have ...
Weather at Disney World in September 2013
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Hi Dad!
My Boyfriend and I are planning our next trip to Disney in 2013, and we were thinking of going the first week of October (before Columbus Day)...
What do you think about the Disney Vacation Club?
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Help! In the past year I think I spent about $15,000.+ going to Disney with my family and thought I really need to invest the Disney World Timeshare Program ...
Great deal for Jersey Week
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Hello,
Question if I'm planning to go during the week of Jersey Week when should I be looking for Great Deal for Jersey Week with a Walt Disney package ...
Fantasmic! in January 2012?
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Hi, I hope you're having a magical summer! I recently booked a trip to Disney World for January 2012, dates 9-14. We were so excited to read that it's ...
How do I get from the bus station to Walt Disney World?
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How do I get from the bus station to Walt Disney World? We are taking the bus (due to my fear of flying).
Also, we have a person that needs a scooter ...
When will we get our Magical Express tags?
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Hi Dad! It's been so much fun following your website over the last 6 months while planning our first Disney World vacation. We are planning on taking ...
Any tips for Disney World resort hopping?
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Hey Dad,
Long time no see, right? So in my upcoming 5 day trip to Walt Disney World in September, my Thursday is meant to be a day of relaxation and ...
Two rooms at Polynesian for a family of five
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Hi Dad!! Love your page! We booked two garden view rooms at Polynesian Resort, & requested for them to be " connected" by a door, so my hubby & me would ...
AAA discounts for the Coronado Springs
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This is a two part question. My finance and I are going to be staying with my best friend and his wife (her first time). Are there any AAA discounts for ...
Disney World Key to the World
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Hi Dad! Thank you for your tips and comments on Walt Disney World, I find them very useful!!!
A lot has changed since my last question "Get from Disney ...
Caribbean Beach Resort for a family of 5
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Any chance I can get my family of 5 into a room at the Caribbean Beach Resort? Willing to bring a kiddie blow up mattress for my youngest. Really like ...
Did I really get a good deal??
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I thought I had a good deal, but now I'm starting to wonder. Let me tell you what I have and you can tell me if I really have a good deal or whether I ...
Orlando Kids Eat Free Cards
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Dad,
Any feedback on the Orlando kids eat free cards? From a dad with 7, 5 and 3 year old boys and will be staying off Disney for 10 days. Orlando ...
Walt Disney World crowds this December
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Dear Dad,
I have a question about Walt Disney World crowds this December.
I have plans to go December 12th thru December 18th(our first trip and ...
Disney World in either October or November
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My husband and I had our 1st Disney World trip in December 2010 and was amazed. We are planning to go back to Disney World in either October or November ...
When to book our Walt Disney World Vacation?
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Dad, I was wondering how early should you book our Walt Disney World vacation? Six months in advance or a year. The only reason I am asking is because ...
Will someone else be able to use this Disney World ticket?
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Hi Carl, my 75 yr old mom has a 7 day pass with unused days that do not expire. She feels she can no longer make the trip to Walt Disney World because ...
How to pass the next 100 days until my Disney World trip?
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I.AM.OBSESSED!
I cannot think about anything except our upcoming trip to Disney World. We are 106 days out and it gets worse everyday. I believe I ...
One night hotel near Walt Disney World
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Hi Dad! Love your site!
Planning a trip in October 2011. Reservations are booked for the Coronado for family of 4 (age 6 & 4). I was just looking at ...
Contemporary Resort Garden Wing room
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Do you know what room #s we could ask for that would be located in the garden wing area at the Contemporary Resort that would be close to the A-Frame without ...
Disney World in February or November?
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Hi! We went to Walt Disney World for the first time this past May. We had a wonderful time and I'm already trying to plan our next trip! :)
I have ...
Disney World rides and being overweight
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Hello,
I'm going to Walt Disney World Orlando for the first time in a few days and I have a question about Disney World rides and being overweight. I'...
Ride Recommendations at the Disney World
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Dad, We are headed to Disney this Saturday and we are going to follow the recommended parks and dates from touring plans. We are hitting only one park ...
Do the Disney World Value Resorts have elevators?
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Do you ride or do you climb? That is the question! Or even better, do the Disney World Value Resorts have elevators?
Hey Dad, I noticed that the new ...
Get from Disney World to Universal Studios
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Hi Dad! We are 2 adults and 3 kids (ages 4 , 8 and 10) planning to go to WDW in August staying at Kidani Villas (trying to "upgrade" to the Boardwalk ...
Is the Contemporary Resort or the Grand Floridian worth it?
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For a family with children ages 4 and 2, in your opinion, is it worth the money to stay at the Grand Floridian or the Contemporary in order to be easily ...
Saving spots in line at Walt Disney World
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Hello Dad! Just 5 days until our week at Walt Disney World! I've been checking the wait times on my phone and I see they are well over 90 minutes for the ...
Planning, Planning, Planning a Walt Disney World Vacation
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I know the key to a good Disney vacation is planning and planning. I understand don't over plan and have some flexibility in the planning, but were can ...
Can I go to 2 different parks on the same day without a park hopper?
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Headed for Walt Disney World on the 13th. I have already purchased park tickets for each day (7) without a park hopper. I plan on going to a park every ...
A surprise trip to Walt Disney World, will we be disappointed
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Hi Dad! We were fortunate enough to stay the Grand Floridian this past August. It was dreamlike and well you know, Walt Disney World is just pure magic!...
November Disney World Crowds and Jersey Week
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My family and I are going to Disney World November 4-12 of 2011 and we keep hearing about November Disney World crowds and Jersey Week. I was wondering ...
How to wait for a Walt Disney World vacation?
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Hey Dad, my family and I are just 26 days away from our next trip to Disney World. I went several times as a kid. My wife and I went around the time of ...
Will Chinese New Year effect Disney World crowds?
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Planning to go to Disney in January of 2012, from the 20th-28th. The 23rd is Chinese New Year. Will Chinese New Year effect Disney World crowds? Does ...
What do Disney World tickets look like?
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Hi I purchased my Walt Disney World tickets from Undercover Tourist at a rather decent discounted price. However, I am terrified that they are somehow ...
Should we buy Walt Disney World tickets each day?
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I am trying to find out how much the parks cost to enter at the gate? We are going to buy two adult premium 14 for 7 day tickets and share them with our ...
Disney World with more than 5 in the family...
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Hi! We are going to Disney World but we have more than 5 people in our family (6). We are on a very tight budget. Do you know what way works best to stay ...
Compare the Disney Princess dining for dinner, which is the best value and experience?
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I have a 5 and 7 year old girls who love the princess. We went to Disney 2 years ago in the May of '09 when like 10 inches rain came (rained everyday)...
Walt Disney World in July
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Hi, My family & I are going to Walt Disney World in July and staying at the Animal Kingdom Lodge. Any specials happening this time of month or anything ...
What makes Walt Disney World Magical?
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Time to turn the tables and let Dad ask a question.
What makes Walt Disney World Magical?
I'd love to hear what you think.
Mickey's Not So Scary Halloween Party Dates
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Dad:
According to this:
2011 MNSSHP and MVMCP Dates Announced!
According to WDWNewsToday.com, here are the 2011 Dates for MNSSHP and MVMCP!
Mickey’...
What should our family do at Disney World while waiting ...
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I got a question for you, Dad..
What should my family and I do at Disney World while we're waiting for our room to be available to check into our room?...
Another Jersey Week Question
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What is Jersey week and will it affect crowd levels to much? Dad's don't worry about it Answer Pete,
Jersey Week at Disney World is one of those urband ...
Get a Fastpass early at Disney Hollywood Studios
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Can I go get a Fastpass early at Disney Hollywood Studios while my family gets up and going? And then have the rest of my family join me so they do not ...
Remy Chefs de France
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Photo by Jeff Christiansen Have heard that Remy makes an appearance at Chefs de France 4 times per day. Do you have any idea what time? Dad's yes I ...
We want to see the Christmas decorations at Disney World
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Hello...my family and I have been to Walt Disney World in September for the past 3 years and love the low crowds and free dining! This year we want to ...
Taping of the Disney Christmas Parade 2011?
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Hello!
Like many others who fell victim that visiting Disney World during the first week of December was a good idea (travel dates of 11.30-12.5), I ...
Planning a Magical Walt Disney World Trip - Who can get you the most Magic?
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He Dad. We are planning a Magical Walt Disney World trip and wondered ...
Are you more likely to get magical upgrades and special magic if you book ...
Disney Dining Plan and eating in our room
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Hi -- my family and I are going to Walt Disney World for the first time and we are considering the Disney Dining Plan (3 adults 2 kids).
The issue ...
Is there a new Disney World roller coaster park on the way?
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We just got back from a fantastic trip to Disney World - loved your website, thank you! The bus driver on the Magical Express said that there will be a ...
Disney Dining Plan for those staying off site
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We are staying at Buena Vista Palace Resort November 10-15, 2011. Are their any Disney dining plan options for guests of non-Disney World hotels? We used ...
Taking a mid-day break at Walt Disney World
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Generally, all the Disney World tips for visiting with young children suggest taking a break midday and returning to your hotel. However, I read a suggestion ...
How to become a Disney travel agent?
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Dad,
I love reading your site, and I think that it would be fair to say that I love Walt Disney World as much as you do. My husband and I were just wondering ...
The week AFTER Gay Days at Disney World
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I see that from your crowd calendar, it appears the days in the week after the Gay Days at Disney World weekend are a fair time to visit regarding crowds ...
When to go to the Magic Kingdom
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Lots of great info on your site. But many of the other sites say NOT visit Magic kingdom first? Any ideas? We will be traveling early March this year staying ...
Wilderness Lodge vs. Animal Kingdom Lodge
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We are trying to decide between staying at the Wilderness Lodge or Animal Kingdom Lodge with our 6 and 4 year olds. The only question/concern with the ...
Easter or August for Walt Disney World
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Hello. I've been a fan for a long time and now I need help. I like to think that I know a lot about Disney, but I'm just not sure what to do this time....
Gay week in 2012 at Disney World
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We are going to Walt Disney World on 24 May for 2 weeks not realizing it will be gay week. If they are at one park will it be ok to be at another???
Before ...
Do you get any perks from Disney?
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So, when you personally go to Walt Disney World with Dad's family and friends, do you inform the Disney folks (I assume the Marketing Division) that one ...
Getting the most out of our Walt Disney World trip
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Hello Dad. Finally decided the right time for a trip to Disney World for our family would be May 18 til May 27.
First half day that we arrive Animal ...
Where to get Disney Dollars?
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Are Disney Dollars still available to purchase anywhere? I would love to get some for my daughter.
Disney Dollars Photo by mandiberg Dad’s Not ...
Should we visit Walt Disney World after Easter or in the summer?
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I am considering taking my family to Walt Disney World for the first time the week after Easter. I know the crowds are bad, but it's either that or summer ...
Granddaughter 1st time to Disney World where to start
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We are taking our grand daughter to Disney World this year and it will be her 1st time and we don't know were to start. I was sent to you. Can you help?...
Just what restaurants are on the Disney Dining Plan?
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The Dining Plan Brochure does not include some resorts (such as Coronado Springs), but online reservation page says Maya Grill in on Dining Plan. How do ...
Disney Dining Plan Questions
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Dad got 2 Disney Dining Plan questions this week and thought he'd just combine the two to save a bit of time.
Pizza and Questions Photo by travelhyper ...
It all started with a Mouse - is that the right quote?
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It All Started with a Mouse
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Do you know the original quote from Walt Disney about it all starting with a mouse? Was it, "It was all started ...
When will Snow White's Scary Adventure Close
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When is the attraction Snow Whites Scary adventure closing for good? What phases of the new fantasy land will be open in march when we are going?
Snow ...
2013 Walt Disney World Packages
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When will 2013 Walt Disney World packages be available for booking?
2013 will be a glorious time to visit Photo by Samantha Decker Dad's I dunno ...
Should I book through Disney or with Delta Vacations?
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My two friends and I want to go to Walt Disney World after the completion (or at least, semi-completion) of the new Fantasyland. I recently became a part ...
Downtown Disney Hotels and the Disney Dining Plan
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Hi, Dad!
My family and I are planning a trip later this year and are considering staying in an on-property, non-Disney run hotel (like the Hilton in ...
3rd birthday dinner at Walt Disney World
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What is a good place to take our 3 year old son for dinner for his 3rd birthday? Chef Mickey's is already booked that evening. We will not be visiting ...
Meeting family at Walt Disney World
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I would like to meet up with family members at Walt Disney World for two nights and will be traveling alone. I am looking for suggestions for the least ...
What are your 10 favorite restaurants at Disney World?
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Hey Dad,
What are your 10 favorite restaurants at Disney World?
Thanks,
Melanie
Dad's Favorite Photo by Jeff_B Dad's yummy Answer Melanie,...
Best dates to visit in 2012 for handicapped
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We will be in Orlando 12/9/12 thru 12/23/12. Which are the best dates to attend? My husband may need a wheelchair....what do we need to do?
We have ...
Building on Main street U.S.A.
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There is a building on Main Street U.S.A. which has a unique entrance. it has a front gate that looks like the front door. Can you tell me the name of ...
Disney World Vacation help
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We're going to be going to Disney World on the 7th thru the 12 of December and need some help figuring out what days to go to which parks. We'll be in ...
How much of Fantasyland will be open in August 2012?
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I am planning a second trip to Walt Disney World and want to know how much of Fantasyland will be open in August 2012? Dumbo will be open in August ...
Free Dining in August of 2012
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Does Disney World offer the Free Dining Plan promotion at specific times of the year or is it offered at random. I am wondering what the odds are of getting ...
President's Day Week or Gay Days at Disney World?
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I am a third grade teacher, so the dates on which I may travel are the very same dates that masses of children are out of school! I am trying to avoid ...
October and Epcot
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Hi! We would like to visit WDW at a time our kids have at least a few days off school, so we don't have to pull them out for a week again. Looking at October....
Can I My Disney Dining Plan Credits to Pay for Someone Else's Meal?
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If someone at the table does not have the meal plan can I use my credits and pay for their meal? Use your Disney Dining Plan Credits to get some Mickey ...
Typical Weather at Walt Disney World in Late December?
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Hey Dad, what is the typical weather at Walt Disney World in late December? It's always blue skies and perfect at Walt Disney World in Late December ...
If Disney World crowds are low, do I really need a touring plan?
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Hi Dad! Great site... I have been browsing for the past few months! I am going on a honeymoon to Disney Dec 10-17th. I have been going crazy trying to ...
Disney Vacation Club start up costs too high
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I have always wanted to be a part of the Disney Vacation Club but start up costs are too high, and 160 points a year seem like too much for my family to ...
Purchase the Candlelight Processional Dinner Package?
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My family of 4 will be in Epcot on December 8th 2011. Do you think we would need to purchase the Candlelight Processional Dinner Package to get into the ...
Website information for Epcot
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Great Website!
I just found your website information for Epcot. It's very informative. We are from New Jersey and only go to Disney/Universal on New ...
Christmas Crowds at Walt Disney World
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Our vacation is about to hit a snag. We've planned and re-planned our vacation and now the details are firm; a 4-day park hopper (Magic Kingdom, Epcot,...
Homeschool Program at Disney World
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How much will the Homeschool program at Disney World affect the crowds? What is the capacity of the Premiere Theater? Homeschool Program at Disney ...
Memorial Day Weekend 2012 at Disney World
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Dear Dad,
I am a huge fan of your site and have you on my Facebook account. I am 42 years old and have been to Disney now 17 times. My son is 6 and ...
Disney World Magic Your Way or Room Only Package
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Hi Dad, We are debating between a Magic Your Way or a room only package. We plan on staying at the Boardwalk Inn with the club level feature so we don'...
Move to the Port Orleans to avoid Pop Warner
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Our family of four is taking our yearly trip to Disney World from December 8th through the 12th. We are currently slated to stay at Pop Century but was ...
Christmas Season at Disney World
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So my question is that you have said everyone should go to Disney at Christmas but did you mean sometime during Christmas Season at Walt Disney World while ...
When do the decorations go up during Christmas at Disney World
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Hi,
I am planning on a trip to Disney World arriving on November 4, 2012. When do the decorations go up during Christmas at Disney World? I thought ...
How does baby swap at Disney World work?
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Me and my wife will be traveling to Walt Disney World with our 9 month old daughter and I wanted to know how does Baby Swap at Disney World work? Can she ...
When will you get to Aulani?
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Hey Dad,
Here is a good one for you? When do you think you will get to Aulani to review it for all of us? Come on, you know you want to go to Aulani....
What is the Perfect length of time at Walt Disney Worldl
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Hi Dad,
We were originally going to be going to Disney this coming December, but a cross country move has pushed that plan back a couple of years. Since ...
What does low crowds at Walt Disney World mean?
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Dad,
So, this is a question about the crowds level at DW. Family of 4 will be there October 15 – 22 and everything I have read is that the crowds will ...
Disney Dining Plan and the EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival
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Hey Dad,
We'll be in Disney this fall during the EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival. My question is, do you know if the Festival Pavilions at ...
Can we order anything off a menu when using the Disney Quick Service Dining Plan?
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We are going to Disney World in February for the first time. I am SSOOO very excited!! My question is this, we are using a quick meal service plan and ...
How can you book the hairdressers at the Grand Floridian?
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How can you book the hairdressers in the Grand Floridian Spa before you arrive at the hotel? The Grand Floridian Photo by Samantha Decker ...
Is a Savanna View Room at the Animal Kingdom Lodge worth it?
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Dear Dad,
We are planning a trip to Disney in January, and as always, we are trying to live large on a budget. Is a Savanna View Room at the Animal ...
The Best Disney Dining Plan Counter Service Meals
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Hello. I was just wondering which are the best Disney Dining Plan counter services meals at each of the parks. Thanks a bunch! Yorkshire County Fish ...
Least amount of Crowds at Disney World
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What time of the year would be the best time of the year with the least amount of crowds at Disney World. We're Senior Citizens and we're not willing to ...
Do I need a Fantasmic Dinner Package on December 13
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Do I need a Fantasmic dinner package on December 13th? We did it once before in Spring and it worked GREAT with the crowds. But this time we wanted to ...
Quick Service Dining Plan Question
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Hi Dad,
this may be quite silly question..but I cannot get an answer and need to you ask you, Dad...
It's about the Quick Service Dining Plan. I'...
Entertainment in the Epcot Pavilions
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58 years old and 1st trip Dec. 2010 and 2nd one Nov. 2011. Never to old for fun. Epcot is my husband and my favorite spot BUT after coming back from our ...
Buy Disney Tickets online or at Disney World?
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Is there a price difference when you buy Disney World Tickets online vs at Disney World? Buy Disney World Tickets at the Transportation and Ticket Center ...
Keys and the Disney Dining Plan
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We will have 3 adults staying in the same room and using the Disney Dining Plan. Will we receive 3 separate "Keys to the World" with our allotted meals?...
Will the Magic Kingdom reach capacity during Christmas week?
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It's me again! I REALLY want to surprise my son with another trip to Walt Disney World for Christmas (our first was in June)! Two questions: Is it true ...
Magic Kingdom memories show on the castle during Christmas
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Hello Carl -
The site is awesome and is always getting better - thanks for all of the hard work and passion that you put into the info provided on ...
Statue of Roy Disney and Minnie Mouse
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Where do they move the statue of Roy Disney and Minnie Mouse during the Christmas Holidays? Where do the put Roy and Minnie? Photo by Jeff_B ...
Will there be Free Dining at Disney World in May 2012
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Is there going to be Free Dining at Disney World for our May 2012 trip? I'm from Canada. Canada can get Free Dining Photo by Express Monorail ...
When to book Orlando flights?
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Hi, I'm going to Disney World Nov. 7th-14th. When should I book my Orlando flight. I was thinking early Sept. You can just fly to Orlando Photo ...
Do the Disney World parking lots cost anything for Disney Hotel guests
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In the past, we have gone to Walt Disney World and used Disney transportation. This year, after actually discovering your page earlier this year, we are ...
How do I get Dad to book my Disney World Vacation Package
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Hi Dad! Our first Walt Disney World trip 6/6/11 - 6/13/11...it was AMAZING. I'm looking to go back in December/January but I don't want to pay top dollar ...
Candlelight Processional Celebrity Narrators
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I'm so glad you know everything since I can't find this answer anywhere. It's time to book the dining pkg for the 2011 Candlelight Processional, but...with ...
Disney World kids menus not very diverse
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Hi Dad!
We are planning our first trip to Walt Disney World and have researched and reviewed many restaurants and are finally ready to make some Advanced ...
Do I really need the Candlelight Processional Dinner package to see the show?
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Dad, I've got a question. One that I need your advice on. We are headed to Disney in early December and would really like to see the "Candlelight Processional"...
Outdoor Dining at Disney World
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Hey Dad,
We will be in Disney World for 9 days in early November, and hopefully the weather is conducive to eating a few meals outside (breakfast and ...
Need some help with our Disney World plan
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Three adults and one 13 year old grandaughter going to Disney World in Orlando 29th of December returning home the 8th of January. We want to see Sea World ...
Bell Services at Saratoga Springs
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How long can Bell Services at the Saratoga Springs Resort keep our luggage after checking out? Our train doesn't leave until 7:30 pm and I'm not sure what ...
Temperature at Walt Disney World
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Hi Dad! I am a Disney research-aholic, and I must say I love your take on things! Keeps it light and fun. So thanks for the good info with a dash of ...
When can I make my reservation next November?
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When can I make my reservations for next November 26 - Dec 1? We have 2 grandparents, 2 parents, 2 children ages 4,2..maybe a stray aunt/uncle.
I am ...
Disney Mickey Mom's panel
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Hi again Dad! I was just on the Disney Mom's panel website and saw that they are about to start accepting applications again (September I think). Just ...
What rides are closed at Disney World?
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Hi Dad! 26 days!!! I'm so excited. We are surprising our 7 year old daughter. She has no idea! But I digress...I'm creating my way-too detailed plan ...
Disney World AND Universal Studios - insight needed
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Taking your advice and heading to Disney in December (2nd week) to see some Disney Christmas. We have been twice in last few years in spring and summer,...
Online and Calling Disney
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I have a package booked with Disney for September 20-28. When I called to change resorts I was told all the rooms are booked then I went online and there ...
Prices on food and merchandise during Christmas at Disney World
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Dad,
I just love your site! It is so organized and the multiple links you have makes information very easy to find! Thanks!
My husband and I have ...
September 2011 Disney World crowds
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Hi Dad. With all the Disney World Moderate Hotels sold out and the Value Resort rooms almost gone, will the crowd levels be higher than expected for mid ...
Candlelight Processional Dinner Package - Garden Grill
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I just saw where you listed the restaurant prices for the Candlelight Processional Dinner Package. The problem is that I did not see the Garden Grill ...
How big are the lockers at Walt Disney World
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We are planning to take a cooler into the parks with our lunches and wanted to know, how big are the lockers at the Walt Disney World parks? Lockers ...
Magic Kingdom Christmas parade and fireworks
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I have read that Disney shows the Christmas parade in the afternoon and has the holiday fireworks the week before Christmas. Do you know if they start ...
Disney World Tickets on Ebay
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I saw some Disney World tickets on Ebay from seller justice645. He has really good prices. Saving of at least $50.00 per ticket for 6 tickets. With hundreds ...
Your Test Page
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You will need to fix the last picture, as you have covered the man-child! Dad's yep Answer Joyce, thanks for your opinion. Yes, I covered up the Man-Child ...
Your opinion of the Port Orleans Riverside
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What is your opinion of the Port Orleans Riverside as a resort? We are planning on going in mid-December and unfortunately the Polynesian is a little ...
Teracotta Pocahontas Mug
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Ok ...Bet You can't answer this one:) My kids bought and surprised me for Mothers Day. It was a mug from Disney world. I think from The Market Place....
Where are the Treehouse Villas located
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Where on the Saratoga Springs grounds are the Treehouse Villas located? Is it still convenient to get to pools, Downtown Disney, bus, etc? Treehouse ...
Arriving on Christmas Day
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Hi Dad! Your sight is truly amazing! You were kind enough to answer one of my questions already. I have visited disboards.com and am less than pleased ...
When is the best time to see Mickey and Minnie?
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Hey Dad, first I wanted to start off by saying I love your website, your the best! I am having a dilemma. My husband and I are planning a trip to Disney ...
Icicle lights at night on Cinderella Castle
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In December can you see the icicle lights at night on Cinderella Castle with out going to the Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party? Icicle Lights on ...
Dad asks the questions - Kid Friendly Family Vacations
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Turing the tables around this time Dad asks the questions about Kid Friendly Family Vacations.
Earlier in the year, I went to a webmaster conference ...
Disney World Parks - Time of the year
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My husband and I had our 1st trip to Walt Disney World in December 3-10 2010 and are hoping to go back again this year. We found the weather cold the ...
April or June at Walt Disney World
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Help, I have a vacation booked staying at Saratoga Springs last two Weeks in May 2012. There are 5 of us, 3 adults and 2 children. We are traveling from ...
When will our Magic Your Way tickets expire
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We are planing for August and want to add the water parks option - if I buy a 5 day magic your way and add the water park option ... do I really have 10 ...
Fall Disney World specials
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We have reservations on September 29th thru October 6th. When we made our reservations there weren't any specials available. Should we expect to pay full ...
When to take Walt Disney World vacation
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Hello Dad. Thank you for all the information you provide. It is always appreciated!
I can't decide when to take a Walt Disney World vacation. I have ...
How long can you stay in the reef tank at Typhoon Lagoon?
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How long can you stay in the reef tank at Typhoon Lagoon? Reef Tank at Typhoon Lagoon Photo by Miss Shari Dad's it depends on the crowds ...
Hollywood Studios breakfast
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Hi Dad,
Thanks for your dedication to and love of Disney World. My sister and I are huge Disney fans, and will be going back again this September. Problem ...
Will Gay Days last beyond June 5
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Dad,
First of all, thanks for your great site. I am a father of 2 who has a Disney trip planned for this coming week. We arrive on 6/5. I noticed that ...
Traveling to Disney World on Memorial Day?
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We have been planning our 3 trip for years for the summer of 2012. We spent our honeymoon there, our 10 year anniversary there and now will be happy to ...
Early Extra Magic Hours and the Park Opening Shows
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Dad: I was wondering when we go to the parks for the early Extra Magic Hours, will we see the official park opening show? Will we have to go back to ...
Travel time at Walt Disney World
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Hello. Awhile back I found a site on the internet with maps of the theme parks showing the travel time at Walt Disney World it takes from attraction to ...
Do "love bugs" negatively impact pool experience in the resorts?
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We have two options: WDW 2012 late may for the week prior to Memorial Day weekend, and June 4th through June 11th (avoiding Gay Days). We have three young ...
Disney Magical Express one way
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Hi, I will be going to Disney World in August and I'm flying in from Canada and I'm planning on using the Disney Magical Express. But here's the thing,...
Family suites at All Star Movie resort
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I have heard that there are Family Suites at the All Star Movies Resort for a family that have 6 people and want to stay together. I have looked every ...
Downtown Disney's Car Masters Weekend
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I was just reading about Downtown Disney's 1st Car Masters weekend. My family are huge Cars fans and wish we would have heard about this event sooner so ...
The Pirates League and Mickey's Not so Scary Halloween ...
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Hi Dad, we are going to Disney World this September, I was wondering if the Pirates League will extend their hours on the nights the Magic Kingdom has ...
Gay Days - Thank You
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But it's not a question. It's a thank you. My travel agent mentioned that part of our vacation (which I've already paid for, of course) would fall on Gay ...
Disney World Water Parks
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Hi Dad,
We have been Disney Vacation Club members for several years and travel to Disney at least once a year and sometimes twice. We have never been ...
Fantasmic Dinner Package on the Disney Dining Plan
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Is the Fantasmic Dining Package available if you are on the Disney Dining Plan? Would you have to pay extra for this event? Fantasmic Dinner Package
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Will a shuttle launch effect Disney World crowds?
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Hey dad it's Richelle again.
Long story short ... The Space shuttle is expected to launch either the day before, or the day of our trip to Magic Kingdom....
Do you know when the 2012 Disney World hotel prices will be available?
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Hi Dad, I'm hoping to take my family to Disney this coming winter. From your charts it looks like end of January might be the most quiet time at Disney?...
Disney World during hurricane season
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Hi there,
I am planning our first trip to Disney World and would love to take advantage of the free dining currently being offered. My only hesitation ...
Does Disney offer a price break for groups?
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We are looking at Walt Disney World in February 2012. When is a good time to look at booking our hotel (we want to stay at the All Star Movies). Is there ...
I think I goofed. Going to Disney World the first week of December.
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Well Dad, I think I have goofed. I have felt a lot of pressure to plan the perfect trip for multiple reasons ... so I did my homework with the guide books ...
Staying off-site
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Dear Dad,
Of ALL times for you not to be in "travel agent" mode! I'm needing your help-yet again. We just went to Disney World in November, and we ...
When to go to Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party
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We are going in Nov. 12-18th, Which is a better night for Mickey Very Merry Christmas Party, Sunday or Tuesday as in crowds? Dad's weekdays are best Answer ...
Disney World Weather in June
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I was wondering what the Disney World weather in June? I noticed that June has the highest precipitation, but is that all month or mainly the end of the ...
Halloween at Disney World
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Can you tell me what you know about the Halloween at Disney World festivities at Ft.Wilderness (trick or treating, sing along, etc.)? Or about Trick or ...
October or November trip
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Hi Dad- First off I love the site. It's the first place I go when I am curious about something Disney that I don't know the answer to. I usually do a good ...
When do the Christmas decorations go up at Disney World?
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When do the Christmas decorations go up at Walt Disney World? November 1st, 5th the 10th? I would love to visit then. Magical Christmas Decorations in ...
9 day trip to Walt Disney World
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Hi there Dad,
Love your site. Very informative and I bookmarked it :) I am planning a 8 night, "technically" 9 day trip to Walt Disney World with my ...
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